Loire-Atlantique · Pays de la Loire · France · 77 acres (31 ha)
Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire 77 acres (31 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 285mi from Calais
About Étang de Clegreuc
Étang de Clegreuc is a small public reservoir in the Loire-Atlantique department of Pays de la Loire, covering 31 hectares (77-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Étang de Clegreuc is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Étang de Clegreuc lies 285 miles from Calais — a comfortable day's drive for visiting anglers heading into Pays de la Loire, a region with diverse fishing including carp lakes, river pike and coastal species.
Department
Loire-Atlantique
Region
Pays de la Loire
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
77 acres (31 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
285 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 44 / Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique
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Étang de Clegreuc holds carp, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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2nd Category water. Carp/coarse: open all year. Pike: 25 Apr 2026–31 Jan 2027 (closed Feb–Apr). Zander/Perch/Catfish: all year. Pike season as above.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (FDAAPPMA 44 / Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang de Clegreuc?+
Étang de Clegreuc covers 77 acres (31 ha) in Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Clegreuc?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Clegreuc?+
Night fishing at Étang de Clegreuc is not permitted. Protected Nature Site.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Clegreuc?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Clegreuc under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de Clegreuc from Calais?+
Étang de Clegreuc is approximately 285 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de Clegreuc?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr. You will also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (FDAAPPMA 44 / Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique).
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